Terrence Frederick

The Steelers haven't held the 22nd pick in the NFL Draft in 37 years. Haven't drafted a cornerback in the first round in 18. Haven't selected a safety in the first round in a dozen.

When the league's 80th annual confab gathers in Chicago on April 30, something has to give, right?

Not necessarily.

That's not to suggest that the Steelers won't take a defensive back to address their glaring needs in the secondary. They might. Or they might take an outside linebacker. Or a running back. Or a quarterback.

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, general manager Kevin Colbert wasn't tipping his hand either way, saying the Steelers can't rule out drafting anyone at any...

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